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Kedah Umno, Pas signal deeper talks after informal meeting

ALOR SETAR: Kedah Umno sees early signs of more serious discussions with Kedah Pas at a higher level following an informal meeting between party leaders and Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor at Seri Mentaloon yesterday.

Kedah Umno, Pas signal deeper talks after informal meeting

Kedah Umno officials held an informal meeting with Kedah Pas leaders and Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, signaling potential deeper discussions between the two parties. Kedah Umno liaison committee chairman Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid stated that the meeting, held at the menteri besar's official residence, was positive and that there were early signs of more serious talks at a higher level.

Mahdzir added that Kedah Umno had an idea of how the two parties could negotiate together in the upcoming 16th General Election, though no seat allocation discussions took place. No date has been set for a formal meeting or discussion with Kedah Pas leadership, but Mahdzir confirmed he will inform the Umno central leadership about the informal meeting.

The inaugural meeting took place in a harmonious atmosphere, according to Mahdzir, with both sides exchanging views on state affairs, current politics, and the possibility of cooperation.

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